Civic Synergy: Leading and Managing the Evolution of Smart Cities

In Civic Synergy: Leading and Managing the Evolution of Smart Cities, readers are invited to explore the transformative journey of urban spaces into dynamic, interconnected smart cities. This comprehensive publication addresses the pressing need for innovative approaches to urban management in the digital age. With technology rapidly reshaping the urban landscape, there is a critical demand for strategic leadership and effective management to navigate this evolution successfully.

This collected edition provides a holistic understanding of the complexities involved in leading and managing smart city initiatives. Authors offer practical insights, theoretical frameworks, and real-world case studies to equip stakeholders with the knowledge and tools necessary to drive sustainable urban development. At its core, Civic Synergy makes a significant contribution to the field of urban management by synthesizing interdisciplinary perspectives and showcasing best practices in smart city governance. By examining the intersection of technology, governance, and urban planning, this collected work offers a fresh perspective on how cities can harness innovation to address pressing challenges and seize opportunities for growth.

This edited collection stands out for its emphasis on civic synergy, highlighting the importance of collaboration and partnership among various stakeholders, including government agencies, businesses, communities, and academia. It underscores the need for collective action and shared responsibility in shaping the future of cities.

Sawsan Malik is the Assistant Dean of the College of Business Studies at the Arab Open University, Kuwait.

Afnan Alkhaldi is the Acting Dean Assistant of the Faculty of Business Studies at the Arab Open University Headquarters, Kuwait.

Rashed Alhaimer is Associate Professor of Social Media Marketing and Local Dean of Business Studies at the Arab Open University, Kuwait.

Miltiadis Lytras is a visiting researcher at Effat University. Dr Lytras is a world-class expert in the fields of digital transformation and technology-enabled learning. He is an expert in advanced computer science and management, editor, lecturer, and research consultant, with extensive experience in academia and the business sector in Europe and Middle East and Asia.

Aidin Salamzadeh is Associate Professor and Vice Dean at College of Management in University of Tehran, Iran.

Huda Alrashidi is Assistant Professor, College of Computer Science and Engineering, Kuwait College of Science and Technology (KCST), Kuwait.